Redefining Care, with Liz Antaya

Liz Antaya, an employee benefits advisor, discusses her journey in the healthcare system and the solutions she and her company are trying to provide. She shares her experience working with different employer groups, especially in transitioning to self-funded healthcare models. Liz talks about the challenges faced by employees due to increasing healthcare costs and the need to provide better care while mitigating expenses. She highlights the success story of a car dealership client who saved over $200,000 annually by implementing a tailored health plan. Liz emphasizes the importance of simplifying the process for employees, making it easy for them to access quality care through direct primary care and nurse navigators. She discusses the shift towards unbundled, actively managed, employer-built health plans and the role of technology in improving healthcare outcomes. Liz envisions a future where more employers are open to exploring alternative healthcare options to provide better care for their employees at lower costs. She stresses the importance of a balanced approach between technology and personal touch in healthcare delivery. Overall, Liz's insights shed light on the evolving landscape of healthcare and the need for innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by both employers and employees.